Events for Tuesday, August 25th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
In today’s episode for Tuesday, August 25, we’re highlighting wellness classes, family fun, creative activities, book clubs, community events, live music, trivia, comedy, and Cedar Rapids Kernels Bark in the Park. Whether you want to get active, try something new, bring your pup to the ballpark, or enjoy a fun night out, Cedar Rapids Daily has you covered—in five minutes or less!
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.
☀️ Cedar Rapids Daily | Tuesday, August 25
🌤️ FORECAST
Partly cloudy with a high of 81° and a low of 64°. Enjoy a warm late-summer day with plenty of opportunities to get moving, make something creative, connect with friends, enjoy the outdoors, or catch the Kernels with your furry best friend!
HIGHLIGHTS:
🐾 Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Lake County Captains – Bark in the Park
🌳 Practice in the Prairie
🖼️ Free Summer Admission at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
🧘 Tai Chi for Beginners
🎨 Doodlebugs Art Program: Yellowstone National Park
🛠️ MakerSpace Open Hours
🧶 Chatty Crafters
🎲 Adult Game Night
🎨 White Grass – Cork N Canvas
🎳 Half-Off Tuesday at Spare Time Cedar Rapids
🌿 HEALTH & WELLNESS
🧘 Tai Chi
🕗 8–9 a.m. | 📍 Ely Public Library
Start your morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session led by Tom. FREE
☕ Men's Caregiver Coffee
🕗 8–9:30 a.m. & 10–11:30 a.m. | 📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A welcoming opportunity for male caregivers to share experiences, learn helpful tips, and connect with others. FREE
☯️ Tai Chi – Advanced Class
🕘 9–9:45 a.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
Build strength, flexibility, and overall wellness through this advanced Tai Chi class. FREE
🧘 Tai Chi for Beginners
🕙 10–10:45 a.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
A beginner-friendly introduction to Tai Chi for anyone ready to give the practice a try. FREE
🌳 Practice in the Prairie
🕕 6–7 p.m. | 📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
Enjoy a free outdoor yoga or Pilates class surrounded by restored prairie and woodland. Bring your own mat and arrive early! FREE
🙏 Evening Centering Prayer
🕠 5:30–7 p.m. | 📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
Relax, reflect, and connect during an evening of contemplative prayer and silent meditation. Free-will offering.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY & KIDS
📖 Story Time @ Stillwater
🕤 9:30–10 a.m. | 📍 Stillwater Coffee
Enjoy stories and coffee during this cozy morning gathering.
🎨 Doodlebugs Art Program: Yellowstone National Park
🕥 10:30–11 a.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
Learn how the return of wolves transformed Yellowstone while enjoying a story and creative activity. Best suited for ages 4–7. FREE
🧱 LEGO & KEVA Plank Club
🕟 4:30–5:30 p.m. | 📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
K–5th graders can tackle building challenges or enjoy creative free play. FREE
🎭 $5 Tuesdays – Open Play
📍 Brewed Imagination
Explore imaginative play areas and enjoy two hours of play for just $5 per child.
🎨 ARTS, CREATIVITY & LEARNING
🛠️ MakerSpace Open Hours
🕐 1–5 p.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
Explore creative technology including 3D printers, Cricut machines, heat presses, and more. FREE
📚 Virtual Author Talk: Beronda Montgomery
🕐 1–2 p.m. | 💻 Virtual through Marion Public Library
Join award-winning biologist Beronda Montgomery for a conversation about When Trees Testify and the intersection of trees, history, science, and America's Black botanical legacy. Registration required.
🎨 White Grass – Cork N Canvas
🕕 6 p.m. | 📍 Zeppelins Bar & Grill
Create a guided painting on a 16x20-inch canvas during this adults-only creative night. $35
📚 Nature Center Book Club
🕞 3:30–4:30 p.m. | 📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
Gather for a nature-themed book discussion. Registration is recommended. FREE
👥 COMMUNITY & SOCIAL
☕ Senior Social Hour
🕙 10–11 a.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
Enjoy coffee, conversation, activities, crafts, and games with fellow seniors. FREE
☕ Women's Caregiver Coffee
🕜 1:30–3 p.m. | 📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A supportive gathering for caregivers to share, listen, learn, and connect. FREE
🧶 Chatty Crafters
🕔 5–7 p.m. | 📍 Ely Public Library
Bring your favorite craft and enjoy an evening of creativity and conversation. FREE
🎲 Adult Game Night
🕕 6–9 p.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
Grab some friends or meet new people while enjoying a variety of games. Ages 18+. FREE
🎸 Monthly Jam Session – All Vets Welcome
🕕 6–7:30 p.m. | 📍 Veterans Memorial Building & Commission
Veterans with instruments—and anyone interested in learning about the program—are invited to enjoy an evening of music.
📚 BOOKS & LIBRARY
✨ Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Club
🕕 6–7:30 p.m. | 📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Step into a world of magic and imagination during this monthly book club gathering. FREE
📋 Friends of the Library Board Meeting
🕔 5–6:30 p.m. | 📍 Marion Public Library
Learn more about the volunteer organization that supports the library and its programs.
⚾ FEATURED EVENT
🐾 Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Lake County Captains – Bark in the Park
🕡 6:35 p.m. | 📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
It's the final Bark in the Park and 3-1-9 Tuesday of the season! Bring your dogs to the ballpark FREE and enjoy $3 burgers and hot dogs, $1 tacos and popcorn, plus $9 Club Section tickets.
🌞 ALL-DAY FUN
🖼️ Free Summer Admission at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Explore all 16 galleries for free as part of the museum's annual Free Summer Admission Program!
🎳 Half-Off Tuesday
🕚 Open–Close | 📍 Spare Time Cedar Rapids
Enjoy 50% off Game Zone games, open bowling, and laser tag all day. Some exclusions apply.
🎵 NIGHTLIFE & ENTERTAINMENT
🎤 Twilight Tuesdays at The Shack
🕖 7–11 p.m. | 📍 The Shack Tavern
Relax, sing along, enjoy live music, and experience a fun mix of live jukebox favorites and karaoke.
🎵 Weekly Music Bingo
🕖 7–9 p.m. | 📍 The Bar – Cedar Rapids
Test your music knowledge, play for free, and win house cash!
😂 Comedy Open Mic
🕖 7–9 p.m. | 📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
Enjoy a free night of local comedy and fresh talent.
🧠 Trivia Night at Scores 33
🕖 7 p.m. | 📍 Scores on 33rd
Put your knowledge to the test during the monthly fourth-Tuesday trivia night.
🎤 Turnt Up Tuesday
🕘 9 p.m.–2 a.m. | 📍 Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill
Close out your Tuesday with karaoke, music, and late-night fun.
Special Thanks
A big shoutout to our sponsor: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust.
With five convenient locations across the greater Cedar Rapids area and yes, the best cookies on the planet, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust is a place where relationships and service truly matter. From personal to business banking, CRBT is here to support you every step of the way. Come meet the People you can bank on at crbt.bank. Member FDIC
Thank you for being part of the Cedar Rapids Daily community. We can’t wait to see you at these events! Until next time, stay curious and keep exploring.
Warm regards,
The Cedar Rapids Daily Team
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